The article will tell the reader about the technical characteristics of the Taiga Varyag snowmobile version 550 V. You will find out what opinions its owners have on this machine, what the Varyag is and what features this snow SUV has.
Decent answer "Russian mechanics" to the Japanese
In less than two years, for the fans of winter motorcycles, the company Russian Mechanics prepared a surprise ─ the Snowmobile Taiga Varyag 550 V, a fundamentally new utilitarian SUV, which in such a short time managed to fall in love with many and become the flagship among domestic snow-rovers. Rybinsk Motor Concern made every effort to create a car that will work tirelessly in the difficult conditions of harsh Russian winters and without problems overcome the deepest snow drifts.
Many have already noticed that the 550th Varangian is strikingly similar to the 540th Viking model of the third generation, which was released by the Japanese motorcycle giant Yamaha just for Russian impassable roads and work in severe cold. Saying that RM has created a clone of the Japanese car will be fundamentally wrong, since the Rybinsk Varyag has its own character and excellent characteristics. Probably, for these qualities, he immediately fell in love with fans overcoming snowy roads. Be that as it may, the Varangian market is a leader in the domestic market, and the manufacturer has a lot to be proud of.
What does the fuel consumption of a snowmobile Taiga Varyag 550 V depend on?
It is no secret that the performance of the snowmobile will determine its performance, speed and traction characteristics. The work of any SUV entails a certain consumption of gasoline. The Taiga Varyag 550 V snowmobile is no exception. The fuel consumption per 100 km of this machine will vary depending on the conditions in which it will be operated, as well as on which engine and fuel system it is equipped with.
Reviews about the snowmobile "Taiga Varyag 550 V" of the owners of these machines regarding fuel consumption can be the most mixed. The fact is that the new SUV during the engine break-in consumes a large amount of gasoline. This figure can reach a mark of 36-40 liters for every hundred passed. Especially an increase in consumption is observed when riding a snowmobile in deep snow, overcoming various obstacles and significant bumps on the road. Therefore, it is necessary to run-in on a flat knurled track and not to use an SUV during this period to carry out chores.
It is recommended that you run at least 700 km of the Taiga Varyag 550 V snowmobile. Fuel consumption for every hundred runs at the end of the run-in will be about 20 liters. Before you buy a snow SUV, it does not hurt to know the opinions of people who already use it. This also applies to a machine such as the Taiga Varangian 550 V snowmobile. Owner reviews in this case will help determine the choice of an SUV model.
Design features of the engine of the 550th "Varyag"
About the work of the engine of the snowmobile "Taiga Varyag 550 V" the reviews of the owners are very mixed. Some are confident in its reliability and moderate consumption of gasoline, others are not happy with it that the lubrication system is not combined with the fuel supply, and therefore you have to prepare the fuel mixture yourself. This is another reason why the Taiga Varyag 550 V has a fuel consumption of 100 km that can exceed the 20-liter mark on a perfectly flat, knurled track.
The design feature of the machine is its equipping with a two-stroke engine RMZ-550 with air type cooling. The working volume of the two-cylinder engine is 553 cm³, and the machine delivers a power of 50 liters. from. Fuel is injected using a Japanese Mikuni carburetor mounted on a snowmobile.
The intake manifold is represented by a flap-type valve, which at medium and low engine speeds allows you to give good power. This, in turn, allows two passengers to ride and drag sledges with a load that can exceed 150 kg. At the same time, the car is capable of developing a pretty decent speed of 65-70 km / h. Without loaded sledges, the speedometer needle can confidently approach the figure of 80 km / h.
It is easy to guess that the higher the load on the engine, the more gas will be consumed by the Taiga Varyag 550 V snowmobile. Fuel consumption per 100 km can increase to the figure of 22.3 liters, if you drag a significant load with you and the passenger will be on the snowmobile.
Chassis "Varyag"
Engineers of the company "Russian Mechanics" as if heard from the owners about the snowmobile "Taiga Varyag 550 V" reviews. Fuel consumption is now significantly reduced. Installed a fundamentally new chassis "Varyag". Let's look at this point in more detail. The fact is that low maneuverability, poor maneuverability and controllability of the machine make the engine mercilessly destroy the fuel supply. The designers decided to install a telescopic front suspension from the 850th Bars and also the Taiga series on the 550th Varyag model. What did it give? The 143-mm free-wheeling stroke significantly increased the smoothness of the machine and significantly reduced the force transmitted to the steering. But the rear suspension now has a free play of 277 mm, while the shock absorber has taken a position in the horizontal plane, which made it possible to obtain shock dispersion while overcoming bumps.
The 508 mm Varyag tracked base is represented by Magnum. The height of the lugs is quite significant and is 32 mm. In total, this allowed to improve the dynamic characteristics during acceleration, and also provided confident braking. In addition, the “Varangian” is stable, confidently enters even the most difficult turns and overcomes steep climbs. It is equipped with a high-quality variator, ensuring smooth operation regardless of load conditions. Even starting the car from a standstill at low engine speeds is smooth, without jerking, which also does not lead to excessive fuel consumption. Reducing the effort on the lever was achieved thanks to the installation of a hydraulic brake system. Due to this, the machine is characterized by good reliability and safe to use. Therefore, the snowmobile "Taiga Varyag 550 V" reviews are positive.
About comfort and ease of use
We can say with full confidence that the manufacturers took care of user convenience, created the 550th model comfortable, beautiful and modern. In general, all the all-terrain vehicles of the RM Taiga series possess these qualities, and not just the Taiga Varyag 550 V snowmobile. Owner reviews confirm this fact. Judge for yourself: the car has a high cross, and this applies not only to snowy tracks. “Varangian” easily overcomes various pits, shallow ponds, impassable mud and high rises. In addition, the machine can be operated not only at sub-zero temperatures in winter. She is not afraid of torrential rains and thick snow, but on the terrain where dirt is knee-deep, the "Varyag" will fly unnoticed by the rider. Although after such trips you will have to wash your overalls and wash the snowmobile. But these are trifles in comparison with the capabilities that a powerful SUV has.
As we already said, the 550th model is equipped with hydraulic brakes, which significantly increased the safety of the driver and passenger. In addition, the developers significantly reduced the background noise. Now in the car, not only the noise from the exhaust manifold has become much lower, but also under the hood of the all-terrain vehicle there is high-quality insulation, which makes the engine work much quieter.
About some features of the machine
The steering on the Varyag has a high location, making driving a car much easier. The handles are equipped with rubberized pads, which makes them ergonomic.
If the snowmobile falls upwards with its skis, the heavy-duty glass will not crack and will remain the same as before the impact. This has been made possible thanks to the use of special polycarbonate fiber. In addition, the windshield provides the rider and passenger with reliable protection against oncoming gusts of wind and snow.
Riding through the dense forest thickets is also not scary "Varyagu." Glass and the hood will take the blows of the branches and trees, and the snowmobile can easily overcome the most difficult irregularities thanks to a cracking heel on the rear suspension. This also contributes to the fact that when reversing, it does not get stuck in deep snow.
The luggage compartment of the car is spacious, and there you can put up to 100 kg of hand luggage. In addition, for some things and various tools there is a place under the driver's seat. With the weight of the car only 280 kg, you can drag a load of more than 200 kg on a sled drag or sled for yourself, for which a towbar is provided in the snowmobile. Well, if you still need to increase the space for luggage, no one bothers to establish a comfortable and roomy korf. It will also be possible to put fishing tackle and hunting equipment here.
How is the Taiga Varyag 550 V snowmobile driven? Owner reviews
The Varyaga steering is designed in such a way that the rider can be quite comfortable in a standing position and control the machine. In earlier versions, this was quite problematic due to the low steering position, and the windshield prevented viewing. This problem is completely solved by the developers of the 550th "Varyag".
The snowmobile accelerates quite quickly and without any problems gaining good speed. In motion, the car goes smoothly and gently, which is facilitated by a telescopic suspension and a powerful motor. In general, to cope with the road "delights" for the "Varyag" is not a serious problem. And in order to overcome the thicket, it is enough to reduce the distance between the skis, and it will be much easier to control the snowmobile.
Despite the fact that the “Varangian” is still a utilitarian snowmobile, with skillful hands it is possible to overcome significant ups and downs, as well as perform complex maneuvers.
About ease of movement
We have already considered in the article both the characteristics, and the capabilities of the engine, and the design features of the chassis. Now a few words about snowmobile skiing. Gliding depends not only on the snow cover, but also on other types of surfaces. In addition, they experience a lot of stress, because the weight of the snowmobile and continuous friction with the road contribute to this. Therefore, skis can often wear out and fail, despite the special strength of the plastic from which they are made. Therefore, it is recommended to use special pads that do not affect the deterioration of patency and speed of the snowmobile.
On the merits of a snowmobile
Utility machines are good in almost all applications. They can be used for short walks, and for the transportation of various goods, as well as to overcome deep snow and impassability. The snowmobile Taiga Varangian 550 V belongs to such cars. Owner reviews helped to get the big picture about this SUV. We can make an unambiguous conclusion that:
- Varyag is a malleable and obedient SUV.
- With ease overcomes obstacles and moves on various types of pavings.
- With proper care after running in, Varyag consumes about 18 liters for every 100 km traveled. A 40-liter tank is enough to overcome 220 km.
- Modern appearance, nice design, increased comfort and excellent cross-country ability.
- Comfortable fit and easy operation.
- Roomy enough and allows you to transport a considerable amount of cargo.
- Starts fast. It pulls equally well both in impassable mud and in deep snow.
- Starts with an electric starter at very low temperatures (-37 º) without preheating the engine.
Finally
Snowmobile "Taiga Varyag 550 V" (photo of it can be seen in the article) has established itself as a reliable SUV, which is not afraid of any obstacles. It can work in the most difficult weather and temperature conditions. It does not require additional equipment to run in the most severe frosts.
The Varangian is equipped with a powerful engine with a low failure rate, a reliable chassis and high-strength skis. Significant disadvantages of the snowmobile include a large fuel consumption during the running-in period, which is almost the entire winter season of operation.
One of the drawbacks is the fact that you have to manually prepare the fuel mixture, and this, you see, is not very convenient in the cold. Therefore, in order to avoid unforeseen situations on the road, it is necessary to have a supply of oil and gasoline. For ease of transportation, you can use flat canisters made of heavy-duty plastic, which can easily fit under the seat.
Powerful lighting equipment "Varyaga" creates a fairly bright light spot that allows you to move confidently in twilight and the complete absence of daylight. The machine is affordable for many, since it was originally conceived as a budget model. According to many owners of the 550th Varyag, the snowmobile is not only worse than the Japanese counterpart, but even ahead of it in cross-country ability.
In the near future, the company "Russian Mechanics" plans to please its fans with the release of a line of new snowmobiles, as well as to establish production of ATVs, the design work of which is already in full swing. All this is necessary in order to fully present on the market all kinds of SUVs for various seasons and weather conditions. Moreover, huge funds have been invested in expanding and updating production, so that almost all parts and designs will be in-house. In addition, the company plans to produce exclusively upscale products.